Communications Specialist

1 day ago


Baton Rouge, United States Garver Full time

Garver is seeking an experienced Communications Specialist to support our client communications and public involvement services in the Transportation Business Line. This fast-paced position will manage various communication tasks to support our clients and provide project-related information to the public.

The successful candidate must have experience with various communication tools and methods, be detail-oriented, excel in written and verbal communication skills, care about documentation processes and checklists, and possess an eye for quality control. Tasks will include developing and carrying out communication plans, copywriting, editing and proofreading, public event planning, and graphic design and layout. The ideal candidate must be able to work as a self-starter, handle multiple tasks at one time, and work within tight deadlines. This role requires frequent interactions with people through in-person meetings, phone calls, virtual meetings, and other direct communication methods.

Primary responsibilities:

  • Develop and oversee communication strategies for internal and external messaging on large programs or projects
  • Write and manage comprehensive communication plans
  • Translate technical information into a clear, public-friendly formats
  • Create materials using Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite applications
  • Write and update various types of reports
  • Incorporate feedback and edits from multiple team members
  • Maintain complete communication records and ensure thorough documentation processes
  • Assist with project scope and fee proposals
  • Prepare public outreach materials for public involvement meetings, including notifications to stakeholders, news organizations, and the public via newspapers, radio, social media, and direct mail
  • Provide event-planning services for public meetings, including scheduling events, securing venues, and ensuring proper setup
  • Attend and host in-person and virtual public meetings
  • Develop and update content for project websites
  • Manage quality control and assurance processes
  • Prepare online documents to meet accessibility requirements
Required Skills:
  • Proven experience with communication plans
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized
  • Strong writing, editing, and grammar skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and Adobe Creative Suite
  • Enjoys working and interacting with people
  • 8 years related experience
Preferred Skills:
  • Previous experience with communications in the AEC industry
  • Experience in developing documents to meet WCAG or Section 508 Compliance
  • Experience with public engagement
Interested candidates must apply with a cover letter, including responses to the following prompts. Candidates who do not send a customized cover letter will likely not be considered.
  • Why is your experience applicable to this position?
  • What motivates you to work in the field of communications?


Grow With Us

Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.

Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,300 employees, Garver has a people-first culture that drives innovative, client-first service and is consistently recognized as a best firm to work for by Zweig Group. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com .

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

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